Introducing the Aboriginal Home Ownership Hub
We are excited to launch the Aboriginal Home Ownership Hub, a new initiative dedicated to advancing home ownership opportunities for Aboriginal Victorians. This central resource provides essential information, support, and tools to help Aboriginal Victorians on their journey to owning a home.
The Hub offers up-to-date details on home ownership schemes available, entry steps, home maintenance, personal finance management, and support services. Serving as a platform for both homebuyers and service providers to access professional supports and community events.
Mana-na worn-tyeen maar-takoort, the Victorian Aboriginal Housing and Homelessness Framework, found that only 43% of Victorian Aboriginal households own or are purchasing their own home compared to over 68% of non-Aboriginal Victorians households. Lower rates of home ownership undermine housing security and the capacity to build intergenerational wealth, reinforcing the economic exclusion Aboriginal Victorians have experienced since colonial settlement. The framework expresses that to move beyond crisis management of Aboriginal housing and to achieve housing equity, a self-determined approach to addressing each of the drivers of housing outcomes is required, including home ownership.
Key Features of the Hub Include:
- Comprehensive Resources: Access detailed guides, tools, and information tailored to the unique needs of prospective and current Aboriginal homeowners.
- Educational Materials: Enhance your knowledge with in-person workshops and educational content focused on financial management, property investment, and home maintenance.
- Community Stories: Hear from those who have successfully navigated the home ownership journey and gain inspiration and insights from their experiences.
- Support Services: Connect with expert advisors and community organizations dedicated to assisting with home ownership processes and overcoming challenges.
In conjunction with the work of the VAHHF, the Aboriginal Home Ownership Hub is a another step toward economic empowerment and improved housing outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians.
Explore the Hub today by visiting, aboriginalhomeownershiphub.org.au
The hub has been developed in collaboration with the Victorian Aboriginal Housing and Homelessness Forum (VAHHF) , and is managed by Aboriginal Housing Victoria. The advice supplied throughout the website is general in nature, the information provided is not a substitute for professional financial services.
